Purpose: Undifferentiated carcinoma of the esophagus (UEC) is a rare malignancy. Deficiency in SMARCA genes, critical for chromatin regulation, has been observed in cases of UEC. Research in UEC is sparse, however, and we present a case series along with a comprehensive review of the literature.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: It is projected that the elderly population will continue to increase. Many will develop chronic conditions such as dementia.
Aims: Our aims are to describe the utilization of colonoscopy among patients with dementia and compare outcomes in those with and without dementia.
is a highly virulent microorganism that causes serious infections, most commonly of the uterus and perineum. It has a high associated mortality rate due to the various toxins that it produces. A review of the literature suggests that knowledge surrounding its proper management is limited.
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